Stock market rally on hot CPI print is indicative of market strength, declares strategist Tom Lee
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Aug 13 2025
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Source: MarketWatch
Market Performance: Strategist Tom Lee describes the current stock market rally as a "most-hated, V-shaped rally," noting its resilience despite higher-than-expected core CPI data, which he interprets as a bullish signal for investors.
Future Predictions: Fundstrat's head of research anticipates a year-end target of 6,600 for the S&P 500 and suggests that both bitcoin and the top-performing "Magnificent 7" stocks will continue to lead the market.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
